Microchipping your pet ensures you have the best chance of finding them again quickly and easily should they go missing.
England - The microchipping of dogs in England became compulsory on 6th April 2016.
Wales - The microchipping of dogs in Wales became compulsory on 6th April 2016.
Scotland - The microchipping of dogs in Scotland became compulsory on 6th April 2016.
Northern Ireland - Compulsory microchipping of dogs was introduced in April 2012 with all dogs held under an individual dog licence requiring a microchip.
The Republic of Ireland - Compulsory microchipping of dogs was introduced on a phased basis, beginning with puppies from September 2015 and to include dogs from March 2016.